Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Huaraz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Huaraz or Ushuaia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Huaraz and Ushuaia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Huaraz or Ushuaia?
Huaraz
Huaraz is a large town in the Cordillera Blanca region of Peru's Central Sierra. Huaraz stands tall at 3100m; travellers from Lima might need a day or two to acclimatize to the change in atmosphere. Nearly wiped out by the earthquake of 1970, the town of 100,000 blends a mix of modern and native culture. Huarez is first and foremost a trekking metropolis. During high season the streets buzz with hundreds of backpackers and adventurers freshly returned from arduous hikes or planning their next expedition. The town has many markets, shops, quality restaurants and hopping bars catering to tourist and local needs. Mountain adventures in the off-season can be equally rewarding, but the vibe is calmer and some places go into hibernation once the rains set in.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Peru, The Best 10-Day Tours in Peru, The Best Wildlife Tours to Argentina, and The Best Eco Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHuaraz $50Ushuaia $11
The average daily cost (per person) in Huaraz is $50, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $11. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Huaraz and Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHuaraz $20Ushuaia $5.64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHuaraz $40Ushuaia $11
Compare Hotels in Huaraz and Ushuaia
Looking for a hotel in Huaraz or Ushuaia? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Huaraz Hotel Prices and Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Huaraz $10Ushuaia -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huaraz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Huaraz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Embarkation Debarkation Transfer: $129
- Private Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Ushuaia): $120
- Private Transfer Hotel-Bus Station or Bus Station-Hotel (Ushuaia): $27
- Private Transfer from Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Ushuaia Cruise Port to Ushuaia Airport(USH): $28
- Private Transfer from Ushuaia Port to Ushuaia Airport (USH): $25
- Shared Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Ushuaia): $37
- Transfer Cerro Castor (Round Trip): $25
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel in shared service: $19
- Transfer from/to the airport: $89
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.48
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia city - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Huaraz or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia and Huaraz change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayHuaraz $18Ushuaia $2.18
Typical Food Prices in Huaraz
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huaraz:
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Lunch$5.97
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Chips$1.49
Typical Food Prices in Ushuaia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ushuaia:
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Lunch for Two$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ushuaia at night: A Snow and Fire dinner, sledding and adventure: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Huaraz $19Ushuaia $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huaraz
Here are a few typical costs in Huaraz for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Climbing Gear$17
Tours and Activities in Huaraz
Here are a few actual costs in Huaraz for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 69 Lake Tour of Peru: $26
- Ancash: Adventure and Climbing to Mountain Alpamayo |6D-5N|: $3,303
- Ancash: Nevado pastors and puyas Raymondi Tour | Full Day |: $40
- Ancash: Trek and Adventure to Quillcayhuanca |3Days-2Nights|: $410
- From Ancash: Fantastic tour Huaraz/Nevado Pastoruri |4D-3N|: $192
- From Ancash: Huaraz Adventure with meals |3Days-2Nights|: $142
- From Ancash: Tour Huaraz with Puya Raymondi |4Days-3Nights|: $197
- From Ancash: Tour fantastic in Huaraz |2Days-1Night|: $92
- From Ancash: Tour in Huaraz with tickets and Hotel |5D-4N|: $250
- From Huaraz | Live an adventure between mountains and lakes: $214
- From Huaraz || Full day tour Laguna 69 in -Cordillera Blanca: $36
- From Chavín de Huantar fullday tour: $56
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- Panoramic City Train Tour: $10
- Guided Tour of the City of Ushuaia: $20
- Exploring Double Decker Bus Tour: $22
- Double-Decker Sightseeing Tour: $24
- Ushuaia City Tour: $26
- Ushuaia City Half-Day Tour: $31
- An Hour Tour in the City of Ushuaia: $32
- End of the World Train Ticket: $45
- Beagle Channel & Sea Wolves Island Catamaran Cruise: $45
- Escondido & Fagnano Lake Tour: $60
- Tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park from Ushuaia: $62
- From Beagle Channel Catamaran Tour: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHuaraz $15Ushuaia -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Wine$0.05
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Beer$0.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Huaraz and Ushuaia, we can see that Huaraz is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Huaraz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Huaraz than you might in Ushuaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Huaraz Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Huaraz or Ushuaia?
Huaraz has a larger population, and is about 50% larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Huaraz and Ushuaia, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Huaraz or Ushuaia?
Ushuaia has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Huaraz experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Huaraz or Ushuaia in the Summer?
Both Ushuaia and Huaraz during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Huaraz because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Huaraz can be very cold during summer. Huaraz is much colder than Ushuaia in the summer. The daily temperature in Huaraz averages around 3°C (37°F) in July, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F)in January.
Huaraz usually gets more rain in July than Ushuaiain January. Huaraz gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHuaraz 3°C (37°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Huaraz or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Huaraz and Ushuaia. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Huaraz year-round.
The weather in Huaraz can be very cold. In the autumn, Huaraz is cooler than Ushuaia. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Huaraz in October average around 4°C (39°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 6°C (43°F)in April.
In October, Huaraz usually receives more rain than Ushuaiain April. Huaraz gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHuaraz 4°C (39°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Huaraz or Ushuaia in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Huaraz as well as Ushuaia. Huaraz attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Ushuaia. In January, Huaraz is generally much warmer than Ushuaiain July. Daily temperatures in Huaraz average around 7°C (45°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Huaraz receives a lot of rain in the winter. Huaraz usually gets more rain in January than Ushuaiain July. Huaraz gets 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHuaraz 7°C (45°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Huaraz or Ushuaia in the Spring?
Both Ushuaia and Huaraz are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Huaraz throughout the year.
Huaraz is around the same temperature as Ushuaia in the spring. The daily temperature in Huaraz averages around 6°C (43°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in October.
In April, Huaraz usually receives more rain than Ushuaiain October. Huaraz gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHuaraz 6°C (43°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Huaraz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 5°C (41°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 3°C (37°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 3°C (37°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 4°C (39°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (43°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.